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Panel Wiring and Installation Electrician

Hinckley
6 months ago
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CCS Technology Ltd was established in 1988 to provide specialist control system design, software development, and manufacturing services for industrial machinery. Since its inception, the company has experienced steady growth, building a team of professional electrical and software engineers who specialise in developing cutting-edge control systems for industrial applications.
Job Description:
We are currently seeking experienced and motivated individuals to join our team of electricians. If you have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role and possess the ability to work with minimal supervision, we want to hear from you. Join our dynamic and busy team and contribute to fostering a positive work environment. A good health and safety culture is essential for this role. This role will be based on our Hinckley site. There will be a requirement to travel to the site during the installation phase of the project.
Responsibilities:

  • Work on-site at customer premises in the automotive, aerospace, and logistics industries.
  • Install control panels, mains, 24V DC and communication cables, cable containment, wiring motors, sensors, and remote Input/Output nodes.
  • Terminate field cables in a control panel.
  • Occasionally work weekends and stay overnight away from home as required.
  • Wire electrical control panels and equipment in our workshops.
  • Incorporate PLC, CNC, or PC-based controllers, AC servo drives, and inverter motor controllers in control panel wiring.
  • Build control panels according to CAD drawings provided by electrical designers.
  • Collaborate with the electrical designers based in the same location.
  • By joining our team as an Electrician, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the installation and wiring of electrical systems in various industries. We value your expertise and offer a supportive work environment that encourages both individual growth and teamwork.
    Requirements:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role.
  • Strong knowledge of electrical systems and components.
  • Familiarity with electrical safety practices and regulations.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and keen attention to detail.
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Demonstrated good health and safety culture.
  • Willingness to work on-site at customer premises and be available for overnight stays as required.
  • Flexibility to work weekends and overtime when necessary.
  • Proficiency in reading electrical drawings.
    Benefits:
  • Competitive salary package reflecting your skills and experience.
  • 23 days holiday plus bank holidays
  • 37.5hr week
  • Workplace pension scheme
  • Opportunities to learn and develop skills in various control system technologies and applications.
  • Time off during the week if you work consecutive weekends worked.
  • Training on projects, in-house and with suppliers, where there is new technology to be used if we do not have any in-house experts/experience.
  • Exposure to diverse projects and industries.
  • Chance to work with a respected and established control system engineering company.
  • Collaborative and dynamic work environment

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